Advanced English Grammar Quiz

Questions and Answers

A relative clause can be differentiated from a main clause because it is ______.

dependent

The verb 'listen' can be combined with the preposition ______ to indicate waiting.

In superstitions, a ______ is often considered a sign of good luck.

horseshoe

To express being romantically involved with someone, you can say you are ______ with them.

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In body language, a confident person might ______ their head while speaking.

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Study Notes

Relative Clauses

Relative clauses provide additional information about a noun and begin with relative pronouns like who, whom, whose, which, and that.
Main clauses can stand alone as sentences, while dependent clauses cannot function independently.
Identifying dependent clauses: if a clause cannot exist as a complete sentence by itself, it is dependent.

Relative Pronouns

"Who" refers to people.
"Which" and "that" refer to things or animals.
"Whom" is used for the object of a verb or preposition.
"Whose" indicates possession.

Verbs + Prepositions

"Listen to": actively paying attention to sounds.
"Wait for": anticipation of an event or person.
"Dream about": contemplating or imagining scenarios during sleep or daydreaming.
"Believe in": having faith or conviction in someone or something.
"In love with": feeling deep affection or romantic desire for someone.

Vocabulary in Context

Omen: a phenomenon that is believed to predict future events, often seen as a sign.
Horseshoe: a U-shaped metal object, often considered a good luck charm.
To pet: the act of stroking or caressing an animal affectionately.
Clover: a plant, with a four-leaf clover particularly symbolizing luck.
Deem: to consider or regard in a specified way.
Ladder: a device used for climbing up or down, symbolizing progress or ambition.
Prosperous: thriving and successful, often used in the context of financial success.

Superstitions

Horseshoes are traditionally hung above doorways to attract good luck.
Four-leaf clovers are sought after for their perceived rarity and luck.

Body Language in Different Contexts

Non-verbal cues can convey a wide range of emotions and intentions.
Posture, gestures, and eye contact vary in meaning across cultures and situations.

Description

Test your knowledge on relative clauses and main clauses by identifying dependent and independent clauses. This quiz also covers the use of relative pronouns and verbs with specific prepositions in various contexts, along with vocabulary related to superstitions and body language.